The tragic legacy of drug abuse is lived out by the children whose lives are forever changed by prenatal substance exposure. This course will provide an overview of commonly abused drugs, with a focus on how prenatal exposure impacts the developing child, both before and after birth. Focus will be on understanding and supporting children, from birth through adolescence, who are challenged by drug withdrawal, prematurity, sensory integration disorders, and nutritional and health risks, as well as processing and attentional challenges that impact skill acquisition and learning.Competencies addressed:983-01-008, 983-01-009, 983-01-010, 983-01-011